Co-host of "The View," Ana Navarro, has publicly called for widespread protests against the policies of President Donald Trump, mirroring similar calls to action from Democratic leaders. Navarro urged Americans to demonstrate their disapproval by taking to the streets, expressing her concern over what she perceives as outrageous actions by the current administration.
During a segment on the show, Navarro voiced her frustration, asking when the American people would reach their breaking point and actively resist. She invoked the term "kakistocracy," defining it as a government led by the worst and least qualified individuals, and expressed her belief that this describes the current political climate. She stressed the importance of establishing checks and balances within the government, particularly through Democratic representation in the House and Senate, to mitigate the potential negative impacts of the Trump administration's policies.
This call for public protest comes in the wake of similar statements from House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who advocated for taking the fight against Trump's policies "to the streets." Jeffries criticized what he described as an "extreme MAGA Republican agenda" focused on tax cuts for the wealthy at the expense of working-class Americans, and declared the Democrats' intention to oppose these policies through legislative action, legal challenges, and public demonstrations. Navarro's remarks also follow earlier warnings she issued in December regarding potential impacts on federal government employees, citing the investigation of FBI agents as an example.
Adding to the chorus of dissent, Rep. Ayanna Pressley urged Republican colleagues to heed the calls for change, warning that if they fail to "see the light," they would "bring the fire." Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez also advocated for strong resistance against the administration's policies, urging Democrats to employ all available means to obstruct cabinet confirmations. In a show of opposition, Senate Democrats staged an all-night protest against the Trump administration's efforts within the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), and further delayed the confirmation vote for Russell Vought as Office of Management and Budget Director.
